Social Worker - Home Health & Hospice

**Job Overview**

At Elumina Health we strive to do our BEST so that our clients can be their BEST. Our skilled home care agency is focused on providing high quality care and ensuring that the staff is equipped with the tools and skills to do just that! Elumina is a locally owned and operated agency in Columbus, Ohio and we are adding to our team due to growth!

We are searching for an energetic Social Worker - Home Health & Hospice to join our team on a part-time / PRN basis. Work for a company where you are not just a number but a valuable part of our team. You will enjoy flexible scheduling, and a supportive work environment focused on employee and patient satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be patient-care focused, organized, flexible, comfortable using a computer, and possess excellent communication & customer service skills.

**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES**

* Conduct initial comprehensive psychosocial and bereavement risk assessment of patient/family/caregiver in a thorough, accurate and compassionate fashion within five (5) calendar days after the patient’s election of care.
* Function as a support person for the patient/family/caregiver on an ongoing basis.
* Function as an expert and facilitator at obtaining and making referrals to community resources to meet the needs of patients and families and obtaining financial assistance when indicated.
* Coordinate resources for respite and other supported care needs.
* Assist family/caregiver in placement of patient in a facility for basic care, respite or inpatient when appropriate as indicated.
* Provide psychosocial and anticipatory grief counseling to patients, families, caregivers and significant others relative to the impact/implications of terminal disease and patient care.
* As directed and requested by the Clinical Manager or Spiritual/Bereavement Counselor, conduct bereavement visits or contacts and/or support groups as appropriate.
* Works in concert with other ISD members; contributes positively to patient care planning.
* Provide and maintain a safe environment for the patient.
* Assist patient/family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care.
* Participates in evening/weekend on-call as required, conducting on-call services in a clinically competent and responsive manner.
* Complies with local, state and federal laws, Medicare Home Health and Hospice Conditions of Participation and agency policies and procedures.
* Completes and submits all paper-based or electronic service documentation according to agency policy and procedures.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

**Experience**
Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

* Has a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
* Minimum of 2-4 years in varied multidisciplinary settings in the health care field with sufficient experience in working with patients and families coping with terminal illness and dying.
* Experience working with groups and families.
* Understanding of Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying.
* Hospice or home care experience desired.
* Ability to assess patient needs and formulate individualized patient care plans to meet those needs.
* Ability to work in a field setting and exhibit ability to make sound judgments.
* Must have effective communication, comprehension, documentation, interpersonal and computer skills.
* Must be licensed with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Functional Abilities:

* Must be able to read 12 point type or larger.
* Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in a manner understood by most persons.
* Must be able to stoop, bend and be able to lift and transfer clients.
* Must be able to travel to client’s residences.

Join our team as a Social Worker - Home Health & Hospice and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve by providing essential support during their healthcare journey.

Job Types: Contract, PRN

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Mileage reimbursement
* Referral program
* Retirement plan

Work Location: In person